Former Immaculate Conception high school buildings, convent being demolished
The Catholic Diocese of Memphis manages 46 churches and are associated with 13 Catholic schools in West Tennessee. Immaculate Conception is the main church of the diocese where the Bishop David P. Talley performs masses. (Andy Ashby/The Daily Memphian)
Parts of the Catholic Diocese of Memphis’ mother church are surrounded by metal fencing and orange construction barriers.
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is clearing four buildings on its 1695 Central Ave. campus to make the property more accessible, add green space and save money on upkeep.
The decision is due to the condition of the Midtown buildings and the desire to reduce the financial burden of maintaining them, according to a statement from the church.
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Andy Ashby
Andy Ashby is a veteran reporter with more than 14 years of journalism experience, including stops at the DeSoto County Tribune, the Daily News, and the Memphis Business Journal. He graduated from the University of Tennessee, where he photographed the 1998 National Championship game.
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